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# Vortex Shafts

NEO Vortex Shaft Features&#x20;

Vortex shafts feature a 1/2 in hex section for transferring torque, and a locating taper section for effortless self-centering. When the shaft is secured with a #10-32 Shaft End Screw, the taper keeps your shaft perfectly centered as it's drawn in and locked into place within the NEO Vortex Spindle.

### NEO Vortex Shaft Anatomy

<figure><img src="/files/n2qg2Kx2xDPfiexYCu6M" alt=""><figcaption><p>Parts of a NEO Vortex Shaft</p></figcaption></figure>

## NEO Vortex Shaft Options <a href="#options" id="options"></a>

| Product Photo                                                       | Name, SKU, and Function                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  |
| ------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| <img src="/files/ZjMq7MVuVyW2mngeDxZp" alt="" data-size="original"> | <p><strong>1/2 in Hex Shaft - Any Length</strong> (<a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/.5in-Rounded-Hex-Shafts/">Multiple SKU</a>)</p><p></p><p>The NEO Vortex's 1/2in hex through-bore motor spindle is compatible with any length hex shaft.<br><br></p>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              |
| ![](/files/VNYodQnj7Fn2Z2LOawy1)                                    | <p>Vortex Shaft - 15T Spline (<a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-21-2849/">REV-21-2849</a>)<br><br>The Vortex Shaft - 15T Spline, compatible with the <a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/ion/">REV ION System</a>, gives users the ability to drive inputs that have a 8mm diameter involute 15T spline. Compatible with SplineXS shaft components.</p>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          |
| <img src="/files/00CXjXsBs0De5ZpQTOiY" alt="" data-size="original"> | <p><strong>Vortex Shaft - 8 mm</strong> (<a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-21-2807/">REV-21-2807</a>)<br><br>The 8mm Vortex Shaft, compatible with the <a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/ion/">REV ION System</a>, empowers you to utilize the NEO Vortex Brushless Motor with any 8mm keyed shaft component. This interchangeability also means that the NEO Vortex matches the output of a <a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-21-1650/">NEO Brushless Motor V1.1</a>, making it a seamless drop-in replacement for your designs.</p>                                                                                   |
| <img src="/files/6v7mp77dCJwHdgPAIbXu" alt="" data-size="original"> | <p><strong>Vortex Shaft - MAXSwerve Integrated Key (</strong><a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-21-2848/">REV-21-2848</a>)<br><br>The Vortex Shaft - MAXSwerve Integrated Key gives users the ability to drive a MAXSwerve Module without the need for the MAXSwerve Key. This eliminates a potential point of failure in the MAXSwerve since the key is machined directly into the 8mm shaft.</p>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
| <img src="/files/VOBHIDWqd016egZ5GF48" alt="" data-size="original"> | <p><strong>Vortex Shaft - 20 DP Gear - 7T</strong> <br>(<a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-21-6800/">REV-21-6800</a>)<br><br>The Vortex Shaft - 20 DP Gear - 7T offers users the unique ability to achieve substantial gear reductions directly from the motor. This gear features a 7T 20 DP design that is typically too small for an 8mm keyed input. However, it becomes possible when integrated into the motor shaft.<br></p><p>The Vortex Shaft - 20 DP Gear - 7T is addendum shifted to an 8 T pitch diameter. This allows you to calculate center-to-center distances as if it were an 8T gear rather than a 7T. <br></p> |
| ![](/files/MrL1MAnxfp7wyJP0BFFM)                                    | The Vortex Shaft - 20DP Gear - 8T offers users the unique ability to achieve substantial gear reductions directly from the motor. This gear features a 8T 20DP design that is typically too small for an 8mm keyed input. However, it becomes possible when integrated into the motor shaft.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             |
| ![](/files/q2IkvwufzcwUQWE6M64H)                                    | <p><strong>Vortex Shaft - MAXPlanetary Input Kit</strong> </p><p>(<a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-21-2130/">REV-21-2130</a>)<br><br>Working seamlessly with the MAXPlanetary Vortex Input Stage, the Vortex Shaft - MAXPlanetary Input Coupler reduces gearbox length for more efficient designs. Note that the MAXPlanetary Vortex Input Stage is required for this setup.</p>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
| <img src="/files/ENU50iVIwxHH5eG7HGIK" alt="" data-size="original"> | <p><strong>Vortex Shaft - Falcon Compatible Spline</strong> (<a href="https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-21-2827/">REV-21-2827</a>)<br><br>The Vortex Shaft - Falcon Compatible Spline gives users the ability to drive components that have a falcon spline bore.</p>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      |
